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Bavette

West Yorkshire, Leeds - French - Restaurant - ££

The very model of a genuine neighbourhood bistro

Overall Rating: Very Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Very Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Very Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Very Good

'Well done, Bavette, for getting me outside the M25,' a reader cheers. Quite a way outside too, but the journey to Leeds was evidently worth it to dine at Sandy Jarvis and Clément Cousin's convivial neighbourhood bistro in the northerly suburb of Horsforth. Shelves of books on deep green walls create a smart domestic ambience, and the food does the rest. It's a Franco-Yorkshire alliance in every sense (M Cousin hails from Anjou on the Loire), and the menu reflects that collaborative spirit. Start with pork and prune pâté en croûte with the house mustard for an inimitably Gallic appetiser experience. Starters might embrace light crab tartelette with fennel, pea shoots and saffron aïoli, before the speciality bavette makes an appearance, tricked out with French beans and frites – the kind of sturdy main course that won't let you down. A more domestic route might yield plaice with potted shrimps, rainbow chard and Jersey Royals. Italian Candonga coul...

'Well done, Bavette, for getting me outside the M25,' a reader cheers. Quite a way outside too, but the journey to Leeds was evidently worth it to dine at Sandy Jarvis and Clément Cousin's convivial neighbourhood bistro in the northerly suburb of Horsforth. Shelves of books on deep green walls create a smart domestic ambience, and the food does the rest.

It's a Franco-Yorkshire alliance in every sense (M Cousin hails from Anjou on the Loire), and the menu reflects that collaborative spirit. Start with pork and prune pâté en croûte with the house mustard for an inimitably Gallic appetiser experience. Starters might embrace light crab tartelette with fennel, pea shoots and saffron aïoli, before the speciality bavette makes an appearance, tricked out with French beans and frites – the kind of sturdy main course that won't let you down. A more domestic route might yield plaice with potted shrimps, rainbow chard and Jersey Royals.

Italian Candonga could well be a strawberry variety you haven't tried, appearing here in season on Basque cheesecake with yoghurt sorbet; otherwise, the dessert list is pure bistro French – perhaps St Emilion au chocolat or raspberry frangipane with matching sorbet. Wines delve into some of the less heavily trodden byways of France for Jurançon Sec, Gaillac and the Cousin family's own Anjou Cabernet Franc and Grolleau Gris.

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S Lawrence

5 June 2024

Fantastic staff and atmosphere. I had anchovies with shallots on toast that were to die for, as well as the most amazing Crème Brûlée. The wine selection is outstanding, and you can tell that a lot of love, passion, and work has been put into this restaurant.

C Preston

21 May 2024

Not only does this bistro have incredible food, but the service is absolutely spot on. It’s a place I love to bring my friends and tell people about. It has such a cosy, homely vibe to it, and the staff go above and beyond to make sure you have the best experience.

J Kelly

20 May 2024

Disgracefully delicious, such good value and exquisite service. The kind of place you could go to every week and be extremely happy. Can’t imagine it’ll be easy to get a table soon.

J O’Brien

13 April 2024

A neighbourhood bistro serving incredibly delicious food using the most seasonal and high-quality produce. Warm and generous hospitality with an exciting wine list celebrating the best winemakers. Sandy and Clément care deeply about what they do, which shines through in every aspect of Bavette.

VENUE DETAILS

4-6 Town Street, Horsforth
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS18 4RJ GB

0113 258 2900

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OTHER INFORMATION

Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Dog friendly

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